The Advantages & Disadvantages of Protective Styles

While there are many benefits of protective styles, it comes with its own set of problems. Let’s talk about the advantages and disadvantages of protective hairstyles.

Disadvantages

• Lack of easy access to your scalp.

• Natural hair tends to be neglected.

• Styles can be done too tight which strains the roots and can eventually lead to hair tension and loss.

• The overdue length of time with one style limits regular maintenance needed to care for your hair.

• Styles can be costly.

Advantages

• Protects natural hair which encourages hair growth.

• Regular hair care is within your control so you have full ownership in making sure your natural hair is treated well.

• Reduces daily tension and breakage.

• Helps to retain hair length.

• Easy maintenance especially with wigs.

• Promotes hair strength due to less manipulation.

• Changes up your look.

• Saves you on time.